Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)

ARCO Companies•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent is a new-graduate role at ARCO Design/Build offering hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of construction projects. The Assistant Superintendent works alongside experienced professionals and helps plan and oversee field construction activities, with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, and budget. The role includes attending post-award meetings, assisting with construction planning, developing project schedules and resource plans with the Project Manager, overseeing daily field activities, and coordinating subcontractors across trades. The position is intended for a recent or upcoming graduate of a relevant undergraduate or graduate program. Prior construction experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

  • Recent or upcoming completion of an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, or Architectural Engineering; Construction Management; Building Science; Construction Engineering; or another related engineering major.
  • Strong interest in construction, particularly design/build, tilt-up concrete, or industrial construction.
  • Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
  • Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous construction experience; preferred but not required.
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Attend post-award meetings to review project details and assist with construction planning.
  • Work with the Project Manager to develop construction schedules, sequencing, staffing plans, and equipment needs.
  • Oversee daily construction activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to project specifications.
  • Manage subcontractor activities, communicate schedule updates, and coordinate work across trades.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and a performance-based bonus program.
  • Choice of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) or a profit-sharing plan.
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) options.
  • Tuition reimbursement for associates.
  • Scholarships of up to $28,000 per child.
  • Fully paid one-month sabbatical every five years, plus $5,000 to fund an adventure.
  • One week of paid volunteer leave annually.
  • 100% match on charitable donations.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 100% paid maternity leave for 12 weeks.
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